When life on the Tucker farm is disrupted by the arrival of a peacock, whose shrieking and strutting bring many welcome visitors, the hens complain that they are doing all of the work until the hound suggests a trade.
"Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Bluetick Coonhound breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed."--Publisher.
When a peacock visits Tuckers' farm, three hens protest all the attention he gets. The wise hound dog suggests they switch places so the hens spend the day strutting around and the peacock must figure out how to lay an egg. Soon everyone realizes the importance of their own job.